Our Story
Tabor Sales & Automation was founded in 2025 with one clear mission: to strengthen manufacturers and industrial operations by solving the workforce, quality, and modernization challenges that traditional approaches could no longer keep up with.
Across the industry, three pressures stood out—and they became the catalyst for our formation:
1. Automation and robotics companies were struggling to keep experienced panel builders and control wiring specialists consistently staffed or fully utilized. Skilled technical talent was becoming scarce, unpredictable, and difficult to scale.
2. Packaging and production facilities were facing severe labor shortages and rising inefficiencies. With fewer hands to maintain equipment and keep lines running, productivity and profitability were directly impacted.
3. Consistent quality control was harder to maintain than ever before. As demand increased and skilled labor declined, many manufacturers saw reliability and throughput suffer.
From these challenges, Tabor Sales & Automation was created—built to bridge the gap between modern technology, dependable service, and the hands-on expertise industrial organizations still rely on every day.
Today, our divisions work together with one unified purpose: to support manufacturers, processors, and industrial organizations with a comprehensive blend of representation, sourcing, and technical execution. Whether we’re integrating automation, wiring complex control systems, sourcing OEM components, or driving operational improvements, our approach is centered on real-world impact and long-term value.
This is our cause to action: deliver the consistency, capability, and care needed to help American manufacturing thrive—today and for the future.
We help manufacturers and system integrator complete projects on time and with confidence, supplying experienced wire-men, control specialists, and cutting-edge automation tools. Our team empowers clients to enhance production, efficiency, and quality control through collaborative robots, AI-driven inspection systems, and high-precision scanning technologies.
At Tabor Sales & Automation, we partner with visionaries, designers, and engineers to turn ideas into reality—delivering smarter, safer, and more consistent manufacturing performance.
Expert Solutions in Industrial Automation and Robotics
About Tabor Sales and Automation
Tabor Sales & Automation, LLC is an Elyria-based technology and industrial services firm operating through two complementary divisions: Tabor Sales and Tabor Automation. Together, these divisions enable us to support manufacturers, processors, and industrial organizations with a comprehensive blend of representation, sourcing, and hands-on technical expertise.
Tabor Sales Division
Our Sales division represents a select portfolio of trusted partner companies whose capabilities extend beyond our in‑house offerings. Through these partnerships, we provide clients with access to specialized services, advanced technologies, and niche manufacturing solutions that enhance operations, reduce costs, and expand production potential.
This division allows customers to work through a single, accountable point of contact while benefiting from:
- Precision machining and fabrication resources
- SMT and electro‑mechanical manufacturing
- Lifecycle management, software, and integration services
- Robotics and collaborative automation technologies
- Logistics savings, staffing resources, and security solutions
By aligning with industry‑leading partners, Tabor Sales serves as a strategic connector—linking our customers with high‑value solutions that solve challenges across their entire operation.
Tabor Automation Division
Our Automation division focuses on strengthening and modernizing production environments through practical, engineering‑driven solutions. We help clients increase uptime, improve safety, and move confidently toward smarter, Industry 4.0‑aligned operations.
Our capabilities include:
- Custom PLC programming and HMI development
- Control panel design and fabrication
- Facility‑wide safety and efficiency assessments
- System integration and modernization of legacy equipment
- Predictive and preventive maintenance support
- Robotics implementation and workflow automation
Tabor Automation applies real‑world field experience, modern engineering practices, and a detailed understanding of manufacturing environments to deliver measurable operational improvements.
Core Service Pillars of Our Company
Pillar 1: Programming & Control Panel Fabrication
We provide tailored Allen-Bradley PLC programming and professionally engineered control panel solutions designed to meet the specific operational requirements of your facility. Our approach emphasizes reliability, clarity, and seamless integration to ensure stable, predictable system performance.
Pillar 2: Safety & Efficiency Assessments
Our comprehensive assessments evaluate equipment, workflows, and facility conditions to identify potential safety concerns and operational inefficiencies. Findings are delivered with clear, actionable recommendations that support improved compliance, reduced risk, and enhanced productivity.
Pillar 3: Integration & Modernization Services
We support the transition from legacy systems to modern automation technologies through structured sourcing, installation, and commissioning processes. Our modernization services help organizations achieve improved performance, increased visibility, and alignment with current Industry 4.0 and IoT standards.
Tabor Sales & Automation delivers end-to-end automation solutions that seamlessly integrate into existing production lines. By combining robotics, AI, and engineering expertise, we help manufacturers improve product quality, maximize uptime, and ensure compliance.
Driving Innovation in Industrial Automation
Our Core Expertise
Comprehensive Automation Solutions for Modern Industry
Engineered for Your Operations
Custom Control-Panel Design
Our team engineers and fabricates control panels customized to your facility’s unique requirements, ensuring seamless integration and operational safety.
Intelligent Automation Control
PLC Programming
Professional programming of PLCs to automate and optimize industrial processes, enhancing system reliability and flexibility.
Precision Inspection, Automated
Vision Systems & QC Bots
We deploy advanced vision systems and quality control robots for automated inspection, ensuring consistent product quality and compliance.
Meet Our Leadership
We are a dedicated to delivering excellence.
Travis Tabor
Founder & CEO
Our Mission and Vision
Our Purpose
Across both divisions, our mission is to provide practical, reliable, and forward‑thinking solutions that help industrial clients operate more safely, more efficiently, and more competitively.
With a combined approach—supported by strong partnerships and hands‑on technical capability—Tabor Sales & Automation stands as a trusted advisor and operational ally to companies throughout the Midwest and beyond.automation, we help businesses remain competitive in a rapidly evolving marketplace while always prioritizing safety and customer satisfaction.
Our Vision
By 2027, Tabor Sales & Automation aims to expand regionally, introduce mobile inspection and collaborative robotic systems, and grow its data analytics platform. Our long-term vision is to become the Midwest leader in intelligent inspection and automation, empowering manufacturers to operate with greater precision, safety, and sustainability.
Ready to Transform Your Operations?
Partner with Tabor Sales and Automation to enhance efficiency and safety in your manufacturing processes. Our experienced team is dedicated to delivering tailored automation solutions—ranging from robotics and control panels to quality control bots and system integration. Let us help you achieve your operational goals.